Strategic Material Planner — Optimize Inventory & Delivery

ALSTOM Gruppe; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom, a global leader in rail transport, seeks a Supply Chain Manager in Riyadh to optimize material availability and inventory for complex projects. You will work with procurement, engineering and finance to analyze consumption, set planning parameters, and drive cash-flow improvements.

You will coordinate with cross-functional teams, create purchase orders, and participate in change committees to ensure seamless material transitions and QCD adherence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Strong knowledge of inventory optimization and procurement strategies.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP) and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the Work Package Owner (WPO) on Procurement to ensure successful Material Milestones are achieved in co-design to meet QCD commitments.
• Analyzing inventory consumption to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Defining and setting up parameters to implement material planning and batch strategies.
• Executing improvement plans focused on inventory reduction and maximizing cash flow.
• Creating purchase orders and following up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align material planning strategies with project requirements.
• Participating in the Engineering Change Committee to ensure proper planning for material changes.
• Defining material typology to establish planning tactics and support project replenishment.

Skills

Inventory optimization

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical mindset

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management

Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Alstom, a global leader in rail transport, seeks a Supply Chain Manager in Riyadh to optimize material availability and inventory for complex projects. You will work with procurement, engineering and finance to analyze consumption, set planning parameters, and drive cash-flow improvements.

You will coordinate with cross-functional teams, create purchase orders, and participate in change committees to ensure seamless material transitions and QCD adherence.